Youths - Arrest and Detention

Question 1

What is the precautionary approach of a custody officer?

Answer 1

If a suspect appears under 18, must be treated unless clear evidence states otherwise

Question 2

Who must immediate notification be given to if a suspect is arrested?

Answer 2

Parent / guardian – Appropriate Adult

Question 3

Who can an AA be?

Answer 3

• Parent, guardian
• Social worker
• Another responsible adult

Question 4

Who cannot be an AA?

Answer 4

• Suspect involved in crime
• Victim or a witness
• Have received admissions from youth about offence

Question 5

When MUST an AA be present?

Answer 5

When the youth is:
- Read their rights
- Strip searched
- Interviewed
- Participating in ID procedure
- Being charged

Question 6

What are the options for the police and CPS have in how to proceed with a youth suspect?

Answer 6

1) No further action
2) Community resolution
3) Youth caution
4) Youth conditional caution
5) Charge

Question 7

If detained for court, where must the youth be placed?

Answer 7

In local authority unless impracticable to do so

Question 8

Are local authorities legally required to provide secure accommodation if requested?

Answer 8

No

Question 9

When can a youth be held in police custody?

Answer 9

If breaching bail or remand conditions

Question 10

When can a Youth Caution be given?

Answer 10

1) Sufficient evidence to charge
2) Youth admits the offence
3) Prosecution not in public interest
4) Not an indictable-only offence

Question 11

Is there a limit on how many cautions a Youth can receive?

Answer 11

No

Question 12

When should Youth be granted bail?

Answer 12

If s.38 grounds do not apply

Question 13

What is an additional ground for detention of a Youth?

Answer 13

If in their own interests